Lead Teacher

Child Development Schools, Inc. • Benton, AR

5d • $13 - $14

About The Position

As a Lead Teacher at Child Development Schools, you will create a classroom environment filled with discovery, creativity, learning, and joy. You will guide children through meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, kindness, and growth, using hands-on activities, storytelling, and everyday learning moments to help children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore. The role includes planning and delivering age-appropriate lessons, maintaining a safe and compliant classroom, observing and documenting children's development, communicating with families, and completing required classroom records. Pay is $13.00–$14.00 per hour, based on experience and education.

Child Development Schools is a childcare and early education provider with more than 270 centers across 11 states, serving over 30,000 children from six weeks to twelve years old. The organization is committed to high-quality developmental education and supporting families and communities. It also states a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to providing equal employment opportunities.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Be able to pass a background check.
• Complete 12 hours of childcare training within 30 days of hire; the employer will help with completion.
• Genuinely care for children and be committed to their safety and well-being.
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families.
• Have the physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children.

Nice To Haves

• A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education.
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare center.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate classroom lessons and activities.
• Keep the classroom safe and organized, and comply with licensing and ratio requirements.
• Observe and document each child's development and regularly share progress with families.
• Build relationships with parents through daily communication and scheduled conferences.
• Complete required documentation, including attendance, incident reports, and assessments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k).
• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO.
• 50% tuition discount for the employee's own children enrolled at a CDS center.
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Access to PerkSpot discounts on major brands and services.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering professional and confidential services to support employees and their loved ones' quality of life.
• Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED